Economical foundation fabric
#52
Said very well. I also agree that many of us are having to decide to buy a less expensive fabric if we want to continue to quilt. For those who can afford the beautiful Moda and similar fabrics, I am so happy for you. At one time I thought nothing of buying the higher cost fabrics and do still enjoy them so much. However, my circumstances have changed drastically, so I am now happy to have pretty fabrics that give me more money for the necessary expenses. There will always be those quilters who do not have to make that choice which is wonderful. We all know that there is such a difference in the feel and quality of fabrics, but sometimes, the desire to create helps us to make the tough decisions so we can continue to create gifts for our love-ones.
It is wonderful that we have such a diverse group of talented ladies who are willing to share their vast knowlege so we can all enjoy this wonderful craft. Thanks to all for sharing your skills.
It is wonderful that we have such a diverse group of talented ladies who are willing to share their vast knowlege so we can all enjoy this wonderful craft. Thanks to all for sharing your skills.
#54
Originally Posted by CarrieAnne
Polly, great tip! I can usually findold white sheets at the thrift store, too, for not much money.
Lori, I agree with you! Look at all the beautiful Depression era quilts........still here and they used whatever they could!
Lori, I agree with you! Look at all the beautiful Depression era quilts........still here and they used whatever they could!
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#56
When I was a kid I lived with my grandmother and she was always making quilts for us, for my parents, for auntie and her family and uncle too. The church we went to had a basement and the priest we had, Father Ryan, and lots of second hand clothes that he sold for 5 & 10 cents, sometimes 25 cents. Gram would go over there and pick dresses, blouses, etc. Buy a bunch for couple dollars, bring them home, wash them even though they were clean but they weren't Grandma Clean. She would cut those up and make quilts. I still have couple of Gram's quilts and she has been gone now for over 30 years. She wouldn't dream of buying new fabric for quilts as she brought up her little family during the depression era. I think that period is something we are all starting to experience in some form.
#58
I often use 100% cotton bed sheets when I am making string quilts. I've never had any problems using them and can get a whole lot of blocks from a queen size sheet that I've paid only a $1 or 2. I've even used button-up shirts that I've found at thrift shops. I wouldn't call it cheap; I call it recycling.
#59
Originally Posted by Joanie2
I often use 100% cotton bed sheets when I am making string quilts. I've never had any problems using them and can get a whole lot of blocks from a queen size sheet that I've paid only a $1 or 2. I've even used button-up shirts that I've found at thrift shops. I wouldn't call it cheap; I call it recycling.
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